Death of a Viewer by Herbert Adams

Name: Death of a Viewer
Author: Herbert Adams

Death of a Viewer is a novel by Herbert Adams that follows the story of a young man named John, who is struggling to make sense of his life. After his father's death, John is left with a large inheritance and a mysterious box of his father's possessions. As he begins to explore the contents of the box, he discovers a strange and powerful device that allows him to view the past and future. John soon finds himself in a world of danger and intrigue as he is pursued by a mysterious organization that wants to use the device for their own sinister purposes. With the help of his friends, John must find a way to protect the device and keep it out of the wrong hands. Along the way, he discovers the truth about his father's death and the secrets of the device. Death of a Viewer is a thrilling and suspenseful novel that explores the power of technology and the consequences of its misuse. It is a story of courage, friendship, and the power of the human spirit.

By Herbert Adams · First published 1958 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime Fiction · 25 chapters · 60,652 words

First lines

"Sandra, we are broke."

"More than usual?"

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Work type: Novel
Author: Herbert Adams
Date: 1958 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime Fiction, Drama, Fiction
Length: 60,652 words
Structure: 25 chapters, 2,220 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Mystery — The title suggests a mysterious death, and the plot likely revolves around solving the mystery of the death.
Thriller — The title implies a suspenseful story, and the plot likely involves a thrilling journey to uncover the truth.
Crime Fiction — The title implies a crime has been committed, and the plot likely involves a criminal investigation.
Drama — The plot likely involves intense emotions and difficult decisions, making it a dramatic story.